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Tapestry Showing Changing Perspective in the Vatican Museum

Tapestry Showing Changing Perspective in the Vatican Museum There are many illusions inside the Vatican Museum, most particularly in the Gallery of Tapestries.  The Resurrection of Christ is an example of the fascinating technique of shifting perspective.  During this illusion, as you walk by the tapestry, Christ appears to make eye contact with you and […]

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Changing of the Swiss Guards at The Vatican

Changing of the Swiss Guards at The Vatican Swiss Guards are the Swiss soldiers who have served as guards at foreign European courts since the late 15th century. In addition to small household and palace units, Swiss mercenary regiments have served as regular line troops in various armies; notably those of France, Spain and Naples […]

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